After receiving multiple recommendations from co-workers to get these shears, I did. So far, I have zero complaints. They feel good in my hand, the cut well, and I haven’t had any issues. I love the orange, makes my shears standout from all my co-workers. Plus, are a bit easier to spot in low light situations if they are dropped, which has been helpful. They are a little stiff to work at first, but I actually didn’t mind that. And, co-workers with more expensive shears, *cough* rhymes with Weatherman*cough* are always asking to use my shears.

These are rapidly becoming my favorite shears! I am an ER/trauma nurse, Life Flight ground, and volunteer firefighter (rural nurses get to do it all) and have used the North American Rescue trauma shears for many years and they are significant lighter and cheaper cost. The Leatherman Raptor was just too big for carry for me (although the EMTs love them, they just don't feel good you carry for me). These shears are right in the middle of weight and cost: we will see if they last longer than my NAR shears do (I get a new pair every 3 years. Cutting metal really does a number on them). My advice for those considering these shears would be to get a retractable lanyard so they don't get borrowed forever. If the curved design works for you then you will probably love them. I hardly notice them on my scrubs and they are lighting fast to cut.

I've used these things for about 6 months now, and I'm blown away. These things cut through almost anything. They feel a lot more solid and ergonomic than the raptors I had previously, and they're super easy to clean. I've cut through leather work boots, fire-resistant parkas, and heavy-duty zippers without issue. Would highly recommend these to any first responder or ER personnel.

A+product

Great quality. A must have if you work in an emergency room or on a rig. Love the color!